Wednesday 30 March 2011

The Kool Skool Interviews The F-9's Uncle B Nice aka Lyric-el (Exclusive Video)


The Kool Skool Interviews The F-9's Uncle B Nice aka Lyric-el


The F9's were DJ Riza (Left) & Uncle B Nice aka Lyric-el (Right)

The Kool Skool's Shucks One interviews UK Hip-Hop Legend Uncle B Nice aka Lyric-el, a Foundation MC, Beatboxer, Lyricist, Vocalist and Youthworker. One half of the Brit Core group F-9's, alongside DJ Riza they were known for Battle Raps, Lyrical content, sophisticated Production, and for opening for Ultramagnetic MC's London Show. Early on Uncle B Nice was well known on the Battle Rap circuit, and his versatility as far as being an MC, Beatbox and Vocalist. The F9's released a 3 Track EP and Album on the Legendary Independent West London Label, Kold Sweat, the home of much of the cream of the early 90's UK Hip-Hop scene.


The Kool Skool hooked up with U B Nice, he talks Old School VS. New School, Grime, The UK MC identity, Computer Games, Originality and drops Jewels for up and coming Musicians.

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Additional camera work by Tizer One ID
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Monday 28 March 2011

Freedom River & Richie Havens (Videos)


"When new ideas were proposed the people ridiculed them."


Freedom River - A Parable Narrated by Orson Welles


Richie Havens - Freedom (Woodstock 1969)

Saturday 26 March 2011

Ras Kass' "SCENARIO 2012" ft. Planet Asia, Krondon & Phil the Agony (Strong Arm Steady), Mistah FAB, Montage One, Chino XL


Scenario 2012
Ras Kass featuring Planet Asia, Krondon & Phil the Agony (Strong Arm Steady), Mistah FAB, Montage One, Chino XL
Produced By J. Bizness
Directed by Rusty Rayburn
Edited by http://GuerillaPress.net


From ADIDAS, available at http://raskass.bandcamp.com/album/a-d-i-d-a-s


Ras Kass - "Soul On Ice" (1996)

"The Fab 5" Documentary Basketball & Hip-Hop (Whole Film)


"The Fab 5" Documentary Basketball & Hip-Hop *Watch It Before It Is Deleted*


In the early 90's a legendary group of 5 Hood MVP's joined the University of Michigan team. They brought swagger and fresh attitude to Collage Basketball, it is a fascinating look at 5 young men defying adversity, Corporate Exploitation, Racism and never giving up. It features Chuck D, Ice Cube and many Basketball stars. Must see if your a BBall fan or not!

Originally spotted on
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Wednesday 23 March 2011

Akala, Lowkey, Saul Williams In Conversation & Akala - Yours and My Children' (Music Video)


Akala, Lowkey, Saul Williams In Conversation Video - Inspiration Season - SB.TV
"What's being rammed down out throats as Hip-Hop, is it challenging power? Or is it serving Power? When the US Government loves the same Rappers that you love, who's interests are those Rappers serving?" - Lowkey talking sense (as usual)


Friday 18 March 2011

"Supermoon" - 19th March 2010 TOMORROW! Full Predigree, Close Lunar Pass & Earthquake Risk to Pacific Region?


SUPERMOON ON MARCH 19, 2011 Tommorrow Full Moon
"Will March 19 Supermoon trigger natural disasters? On March 19, the moon will swing around Earth more closely than it has in the past 18 years, lighting up the night sky from just 221,567 miles (356,577 kilometers) away."


Disclose.tv - March 19th in North America Predicts Earthquake ! Video

MC Merlin, Tippa Irie, Family and Friends of U.K. Reggae Legend Smiley Culture (R.I.P.) Press Conference (Video)


MC Merlin Cousin of Smiley Culture spoke to the Press and guests
Yesterday more than 200 people attended a press conference at Karibu Education Centre in Brixton, with family, supporters and Community members gave their feelings and more background information on the very strange alledged Suicide Death of Wealthy Reggae Star Smiley Culture in Police Custody. Another Meeting will be organized next Thursday also in Brixton, more details can be found on the excellent Transpontine blog, which is where we found the Press Conference video.









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Thursday 17 March 2011

"Fake Jeans Admit It!" Parody Riddims




Fake Jeans Admit It
Parody Version of Straight Jeans & Fitted - Vybz Kartel


Kanye West - Monster ft. Nicki Minaj Parody


Kanye West "Monster" Muppet Remix (Explicit Version)

Show Your Support For Japan!!! Slick Dissizit Ltd. T-shirts 100% Proceeds go to Japan Appeal & Plastic People Jam


Legendary L.A. OG Slick shows some Japan Love buy yours NOW
Avilable here


Slick at work designing the shirt




We have featured Slick many times on The Kool Skool check him out HERE


A DANCE FOR JAPAN AT PLASTIC PEOPLE, FRIDAY 18TH MARCH WITH ASHLEY BEEDLE, LEO ZERO, FAZE ACTION, YAM WHO...

Following the tragic events that have unfolded in Japan over the last few days we have gathered together a group of DJs to bring you a Dance for Japan to raise money for the Japan earthquake and tsunami appeal. This event will be held at Plastic People in Shoreditch, London, on Friday 18th March.

Date / time: Friday 18th March 10pm - 3am Door donation £5 - £10
Venue: Plastic People, 149 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3QE
Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=208602375818772

Door donation: Japan Red Cross
Online donation:
http://www.justgiving.com/danceforjapan

Our Love and thoughts go out to our Brother Ndec, The Japanese Zulu Nation Family & all the people of Japan

THE HATE DESTROYER (Video)

THE HATE DESTROYER
"Irmela Mensah-Schramm, 65 years old, an heroine with no muscles nor super powers, armed with a paint spray, and a scraper, daily hunting throughout Germany looking for racist or homophobic graffiti or stickers.
Indifference is her worst enemy, and to those, who minimize, she answers: "People who draw a one meter swastika on a wall have to realize what they are doing." - more info here:

Tuesday 15 March 2011

Smiley Culture Legend of Saxon Sound Sadly Passes Away Today in Police Raid


Reggae Star Smiley Culture, Legend of Saxon Sound has sadly passed away today, during a police drugs raid on his home. The famous UK Reggae Toaster, originally a member of the Legendary Saxon Sound System, the London based Reggae Sound was famous as a nurturing ground for many of the UKs top early Reggae and Hip-Hop MCs and DJs. Smiley Culture had huge cross over hits with Cockney Translation and Police Officer, both songs dealt with identity, Racism, Police Brutality, and also highlighted the difficulties of the Black Community, in 1980's Thatcher's Britain. Smiley Culture, along with Tippa Irie, Maxi Priest and several other successful UK based Reggae Stars, helped promote modern Caribbean Diaspora culture to the UK, and spread the music to a wider audience. Smiley Culture was also the cousin of MC Merlin, an early UK Recording Hip-Hop MC.


Smiley Culture - Cockney Translation


"We ball out Yow!


While Cockney say OI!"


MC Merlin cousin of Smiley Culture - Born Free


Papa Levi famous UK Saxon DJ


Saxon vs Coxsone — Soundsystem History Live on The Legendary
Genesis Radio - Home Of Conscious Music in The UK!

Saxon vs Coxsone — Soundsystem History
PART 2

Saxon v Coxsone — Soundsystem History
PART 3

Thanks to Wisher Don for the heads up!

Saturday 12 March 2011

Insa Swap Meet! Get Yourself A Limited Nike X INSA BOOTLEG SWOOSH TEE!


Our brother Insa is enviting everyone to join in to the Insa Swap Meet! The extremely rare INSA x NIKE OFFICIAL BOOTLEG SWOOSH TEE can not be brought!!
It has been highly sought after & gifted around industry insiders- and here is YOUR only chance to get one!
Here is the deal:
We have 20 of these to giveaway.
We will swap one shirt per person.
We will consider swaps for anything you would like to offer!
We will NOT accept money!
You have until the 20th March 2011 to email in your offers. EMAIL Him HERE
Then we will pick our 20 favourite swaps and they will get a shirt in exchange for their offered item.
THE OFFER DOES NOT HAVE TO BE A CONSUMER GOOD- IT CAN BE ANYTHING FROM INSA INSPIRED ARTWORK, PHOTOGRAPHY to ALCOHOL or DEDICATED VANDALISM.

WWW.INSALAND.COM

KEEP UP TO DATE BY CHECKING OUT INSA'S BLOG

Friday 11 March 2011


Film Screening & Panel Discussion

'In The Land Of The Free' tells the story of the Angola 3.

In the Land of the Free... documentary examining the story of the 'Angola 3' - men who have been subjected to solitary confinement for

38 years in the largest prison in the USA today. The 'Angola 3': Herman Wallace, Albert Woodfox and Robert King, have spent almost a century between them in solitary confinement in Angola, the Louisiana State Penitentiary. Herman and Albert are still held in solitary confinement TODAY after thirty eight years.

Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm start

followed by a discussion with Director Vadim Jean and

Very special guest London visit: Robert King (Angola 3).

Friday 11 March @ Karibu Centre, Brixton

Karibu Education Centre - 7 Gresham Road, London SW9 7PH

(neighbouring Brixton Police Station)

Price: Free Admission

Bookings: pascfevents@gmail.com

· You can also register on the night

""YOOOOOOOOOOOWa!" - Joell Ortiz (SLAUGHTERHOUSE) LIVE

Joell Ortiz live smashing it! Stylah & Iron Braydz ripped it too!


Joell Ortiz Cameo in hilarious CNN Video
"Dawg got worms"

Thursday 10 March 2011

Pharoahe Monch "Clap (one day)" Extended Music Video

Clap off!


Pharoahe Monch premieres his first visual from W.A.R. (We Are Rengades) out March 22nd. A 10-minute short film, Pharoahe Monch evokes raw emotions as he brings viewers on a journey of a police raid gone dramatically wrong.

"Clap (one day)" is directed by Terence Nance. Original score by Lion's Share Music Group. Starring Gbenga Akinnagbe (The Wire), Kim Howard & Josiah Small. Fans who buy Pharoahe Monch's W.A.R. album from iTunes will receive the short-film with purchase. Pre-Order at iTunes today:http://bit.ly/hO5DHo

Tuesday 8 March 2011

JOELL ORTIZ (SLAUGHTERHOUSE) LIVE THURSDAY 10th MARCH 2011 @ Cargo, Rivington St, London


THURSDAY 10th MARCH 2011 @ Cargo, Rivington St, London

JOELL ORTIZ (SLAUGHTERHOUSE) LIVE
STYLAH
REWD ADAMS
DJ 279
DJ SNUFF
Hosted by IRON BRAYDZ




Doors open 7pm
£12:50 IN ADVANCE / £15:00 ON THE DOORS
Buy your ticket now..
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=436130&referral_id=featured_london


WEDNESDAY 9TH MARCH 2011 7.30pm @ The Ruby Lounge, High St, Manchester

JOELL ORTIZ (SLAUGHTERHOUSE) LIVE
BROKE 'N' ENGLISH
DJ ROB FURY
Hosted by EURGH & CHRONIKILL

Doors open 7.30pm
£12 IN ADVANCE / £14 ON THE DOORS
Buy your ticket now.
https://secure.ticketline.co.uk/tickets/13255138/joell-ortiz/manchester-the-ruby-lounge/2011-03-09

After supporting Immortal Technique in London in 2008 and having just signed to Eminem's label Shady with the lyrical powerhouse Slaughterhouse, Joell Ortiz returns to the UK for two exclusive dates, one in Manchester and one in London. This talented Brooklyn emcee will be performing fresh material form his brand new album 'Free Agent' as well as classic joints from his mixtapes & Bodega Chronicles. Supported by some of the UK's leading names these events are a must for any discerning Hip-Hop fan!

Tickets are on sale via www.ticketweb.co.uk & www.seetickets.com

EVENT PAGE LINKS
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=125330457538891
http://www.cargo-london.com/event/spread-love-tv-presentsjoell-ortiz

INTERVIEWS / FEATURES / FURTHER INFO INFO@SPREADLOVE.TV


The Kool Skool Salutes: International Women's Day Today!


Bgirl Crew Toofly

Details on the many International events celebrating International Women's Day can be found here


Below are some of the global United Nation themes used for International Women's Day to date:
- 2011: Equal access to education, training and science and technology: Pathway to decent work for women
- 2010: Equal rights, equal opportunities: Progress for all
- 2009: Women and men united to end violence against women and girls
- 2008: Investing in Women and Girls
- 2007: Ending Impunity for Violence against Women and Girls
- 2006: Women in decision-making
- 2005: Gender Equality Beyond 2005: Building a More Secure Future
- 2004: Women and HIV/AIDS
- 2003: Gender Equality and the Millennium Development Goals
- 2002: Afghan Women Today: Realities and Opportunities
- 2001: Women and Peace: Women Managing Conflicts
- 2000: Women Uniting for Peace
- 1999: World Free of Violence against Women
- 1998: Women and Human Rights
- 1997: Women at the Peace Table
- 1996: Celebrating the Past, Planning for the Future
- 1975: First IWD celebrated by the United Nations

Don't forget: The Kool Skool Radio Show Hip-Hop Legends Special: "Ladies 1st!" Rare Cookie Crew's Suzie Q Interview!

Saturday 5 March 2011

New Pharoahe Monch (feat. Styles P & Phonte) - Black Hand Side (Listen This!)



New Pharoahe Monch (feat. Styles P & Phonte) - Black Hand Side

Always Talkin' Grimey! ATGLDN.COM New site!


Out with the old, in with the new! The ATG blog is over but they now have a new website (with a blog don't worry). Favourite the A.T.Geezers now if you know what's going on! Music, Graffiti, T-Shirts, Grime & London Koolness

Wednesday 2 March 2011

The Kool Skool Radio Show Hip-Hop Legends Special: "Ladies 1st!" Rare Cookie Crew's Suzie Q Interview!


The Kool Skool Radio Show "Ladies 1st!" Hip-Hop Legends Special EXCLUSIVE TO SENSEI.FM
Rare Cookie Crew's Suzie Q Interview! (Teaser)


The Cookie Crew: Suzie Q & Cookie - "Universal Zulu Queens of the South!!!"

The Kool Skool hosted by Shucks One the Idiot featuring The Legendary Cookie Crew's Suzie Q. In this episode she breaks down her inspirational female MC role models, dealing in the industry as a MC, and being a strong woman. It also has an brief interview with DJ Stylus of Itch FM fame Originally aired on ITCH FM 23/6/06. Also includes 2hrs of Old and New School Hip-Hop from some of Hip-Hop's best woman of Hip-Hop (and a few men)! Including Lil Kim, Queen MC Debbie Dee & DJ Wanda Dee, Spoonie Gee & Angie B (aka Angie Stone), Rose Royce, West Street Mob, Funky 4 + One More, Syder D, Roxanne Shante Ft. Biz Markie, Davey D Ft. Sweet Tee, Cookie Crew, Jungle Brothers Ft. Tribe Called Quest, Frick & Frack, MC Lyte, Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince Ft. Ice Cream Tee, Queen Latifah Ft. Monie Love, Krs One, Roxanne Shante, Salt & Pepper, Amarie Ft. T.I., Missy Elliott Ft. Ghostface, Busta Rhymes Ft. Mary J Blige & Rah Digga, Jean Gray, The Polyrythmaddicts, Paula Perry Ft. Masta Ace, CNN Ft. Foxy Brown, Union Black - Swiss (So-Solid), Baby Blue & Knowledge, Union Black - Terri Walker, Paris Walker & MDK

*Exclusive to www.Sensei.FM* The Kool Skool Radio Hip-Hop Legends Interview Specials Listen/Download Here


Missy Elliot vs Cookie Crew - "Keep on Lose Control Mix" Rockin' over Soul Sonic!


DJ Stylus! check her out
here for bookings

SENSEI.FM

Infinity Blessings 21 videos of Hip-Hop Knowledge Discussion (Must see videos for all Hip-Hop Heads)


Infinity Blessings 21 videos of Hip-Hop Knowledge Discussion "Exploring The Phisiological & Spiritual Foundations of Hip-Hop Kulture"

illustration from here


Featuring Allah B (Nation of Gods & Earths), Brother Shep (Black Panther Party &
Universal Zulu Nation), Dr. Shaka Zulu (Universal Zulu Nation), King Downing (Attorney & Activist), Propaganda Anonymous (MC & www.realitysandwich.com), Why-G (Optimus Foundation & Universal Zulu Nation), Eboni Holloway, Daniel Pinchbeck (www.realitysandwich.com & www.evolver.net)

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Many Thanks to Dave Vetz of the Universal Zulu Nation Wales for the heads up!

Word On Road TV One-I & Rukus - Rise (New Official Hood Video)


One-i (S-Squad) Feat. Rukus (Trinity/Antourage) "Rise" Live from Birmingham!
(Produced by One-i & Twin Pz of S-Squad)



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